Sheltering in place and social distancing have altered our way of life and are wearing on us mentally and emotionally. Fear of the unknown, loneliness and isolation, confinement, and worries about the future are impacting us all to some degree. For those with existing mental health and/or substance abuse issues, the current situation can be especially destabilizing. Jennifer Bates, Manager of Outpatient Behavioral Health at MarinHealth, weighs in on maintaining one’s mental health in these uncer...
May 11, 2020•Transcript available on Metacast As we deal with confinement, scary news stories, and a shuttered economy, self-care is more important than ever. Sheltering in place alone can lead to feelings of anxiety and isolation. On the other hand, caring for a home and family with little opportunity to take a break can leave you feeling stressed, fatigued and short-tempered, and even lead to burnout. In this podcast, Kora Schmid, palliative care supervisor and spiritual care advisor at MarinHealth, shares seven ways to practice self-love...
May 05, 2020•Transcript available on Metacast Does having diabetes put you at greater risk for complications from COVID-19? Should you still be going in for routine lab tests? What should you do if you have diabetes and are concerned you may have contracted COVID-19? Get answers to these questions–and more–in this informative podcast. Dr. Linda Gaudiani, an endocrinologist at MarinHealth Endocrine and Diabetes Center | A UCSF Health Clinic, and medical director of MarinHealth Braden Diabetes Center, explains your COVID-19 risk factors and t...
May 04, 2020•Transcript available on Metacast Good food can be a real comfort when you’re sheltering in place for days. But we all need to resist the temptation to boredom-binge on sweets, or fatty, salty snacks. In this podcast, you will get advice on how to shop, cook, and eat to help your household stay healthy during the pandemic. Pamela Riggs is the outpatient nutrition coordinator and registered dietician nutritionist at MarinHealth. Here, she shares tips for planning and preparing wholesome meals for the whole family. Listen and find...
Apr 28, 2020•Transcript available on Metacast Most women experience pregnancy at least once, and all women eventually go through menopause – two “facts of life” that increase your risk for pelvic organ prolapse. This occurs when the muscles and tissues supporting the uterus, bladder or rectum become weak or loose and one or more of the pelvic organs drop or press into or out of the vagina. While pelvic prolapse is no threat to your health, it can be a distressing quality of life issue. Dr. Robert Chan, a Urologist at MarinHealth Urology, is...
Nov 05, 2019•Transcript available on Metacast Immunizations don’t just protect your child’s health – they help protect the entire community. Thanks to vaccines, we have eliminated smallpox from the face of the earth and are well on our way to eradicating polio. According to the CDC, since the year 2000, the measles vaccine has prevented 20.4 million deaths globally. So why is there still so much controversy and misinformation around these potentially life-saving immunizations? Dr. Nelson Branco, a pediatrician at Tamalpais Pediatrics who is...
Mar 18, 2019•Transcript available on Metacast Life can be a little hectic, and enjoying this 20-minute guided imagery audio file can help you relax and recharge. Guided relaxation is a powerful tool that helps manage stress, find inner peace, and improve mental function. It can also cultivate self-awareness, compassion, and empathy....
Feb 23, 2019•Transcript available on Metacast Each woman with endometriosis has her own unique combination of symptoms. While many suffer severe or even debilitating menstrual pain, a small percentage of women experience little or even no discomfort. Some women experience pain during sex. Although many have fertility issues, others have no problem conceiving and giving birth. In this podcast, Dr. David Galland, an OB-GYN at MarinHealth Medical Center, discusses the symptoms, causes, and treatment of endometriosis. Listen to learn more about...
Jan 14, 2019•Transcript available on Metacast The radius is the most commonly broken bone in the arm. When the break occurs at the wrist, the injury is known as a distal radius fracture. Some of these fractures are “lucky breaks” in that there is no bone displacement. In such cases, the arm can heal nicely with just a cast to support and immobilize the break. However, when bone is shattered or displaced, surgery will be needed to restore normal function to the arm. Orthopedist Dr. David Nelson, a hand surgeon with MarinHealth Medical Center...
Jan 07, 2019•Transcript available on Metacast MarinHealth Medical Center’s renowned cardiology program has expanded its expertise to include the growing discipline of Sports Cardiology. This new medical specialty helps active people of all ages and proficiency levels, from weekend warriors to professional athletes, perform at their peak while protecting their cardiovascular health. In this podcast, Medical Director Brian Keeffe MD provides an overview of the Cardiovascular Performance Center at MarinHealth Medical Center, including consulta...
Nov 26, 2018•Transcript available on Metacast The opioid crisis has caused many physicians to rethink pain management and stop turning to opioids as the default solution. Surgeons are increasingly turning to multimodal solutions including setting patient expectations through preoperative education, ice, elevation, pre-operative blocks, and over-the-counter analgesics. Board-certified in orthopedics, Dr. David Nelson is the only hand surgeon in the US to hold a membership in the International Association for the Study of Pain. Dr. Nelson has...
Nov 19, 2018•Transcript available on Metacast Medical error is the third leading cause of death in the United States. To reverse this trend, hospitals are borrowing high reliability principles from other industries such as naval aviation, commercial airlines, and nuclear power where persistent mindfulness, systems thinking, psychological safety, and continuous learning drive a culture of safety. A high reliability organization (HRO) is one that operates in complex, high-hazard domains for extended periods of time without serious accidents o...
Sep 24, 2018•Transcript available on Metacast According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), measles was considered to have been eradicated in the United States in 2000. But in 2014, the disease made a comeback: The CDC tracked 644 cases. More recently, there was a large outbreak of 380 cases in a religious community in Ohio, where vaccination was opposed. While some parents still question the benefits of vaccinating their children, research has shown that illnesses such as measles, whooping cough, and meningitis are pre...
Sep 17, 2018•Transcript available on Metacast Is it the “baby blues” or postpartum depression? Only time can tell. After giving birth, 80% of women respond to the sudden hormone change with mood swings and anxiety. If, however, this moodiness lasts more than two or three weeks, the cause could be postpartum depression or anxiety. Gina Borelli Moore, MFT, is the facilitator of Pathways, a postpartum support group offered at MarinHealth Medical Center. In this podcast, Gina discusses perinatal mood issues and how to tell when symptoms evolve ...
Sep 10, 2018•Transcript available on Metacast Aortic stenosis is a progressive narrowing of the aortic valve opening. This constriction forces the heart to pump harder in order to get blood through the valve and out to the body. Over time, aortic stenosis can damage the heart and lead to heart failure. Until recently, the only treatment option was open-heart surgery for patients. In this podcast, Dr. Ramon Partida, an Interventional Cardiologist at MarinHealth Medical Center, describes a new and minimally invasive procedure called transcath...
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